Twenty-First Century Disability

Paralympics are here! This week’s trivia spotlights Para sport:
How fast can a Para alpine skier go?

A) Cyclist-speed

B) Greyhound dog-speed

C) Faster than a schoolbus on a highway

D) Subway train
Reply A/B/C. Answer next week in the newsletter/on our website. #21stCenturyDisability #Paralympics

New episode: “En Garde with Trinity Lowthian: Paris 2024 Paralympic Stories” — out now wherever you get your podcasts.

A warmup for the Paralympics: wheelchair fencing, feeding tube life, becoming disabled, and Paris 2024 stories with Trinity Lowthian. #21stCenturyDisability #Paralympics

Accessibility isn’t found accidentally—it takes time, & hard work.

This week on Monday Minute, Rick Sherak shares how Exokinetics went through many prototypes before perfecting the Zeen. Iteration is the work behind inclusive design.
Listen WHEREVER you get your podcasts!

#21stCenturyDisability

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Do you subscribe to our newsletter? If not you should 2 learn answers 2 our weekly trivia! This week's question is:

What does a sunflower represent in the disabled community? 🌻🤔
We’ll share the answer in next week’s newsletter—subscribe now to get it. 📩
#21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness

Image of The Zeen mobility device in its walking position.

Image of The Zeen mobility device in its sitting position.

QUICK reminder that in our latest episode, we sit down with Rick Sherak (CEO, Exokinetics) about The Zeen—how it works, who it was built for, and who benefits most. Listen now WHEREVER you get your podcasts! #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #TheZeen #Mobility #AssistiveTech #Exokinetics

This week’s #MondayMinute features Rick Sherak (CEO, Exokinetics—makers of The Zeen). His point: The Zeen isn’t for everyone—it’s for folks determined to maintain or regain their mobility. What does staying mobile enable in your life? #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #AssistiveTechnology

New podcast ep: Meet Zeen w/ Rick Sherak.
We talk safer walking—and the BIG moment people forget: sit → stand.
Zeen’s “Bar Stool Mode” is built for that transition. Listen WHEREVER you get your podcasts! #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #Podcast #NewEpisode #Disability #Zeen #Inclusion

It’s Monday, which means a quick preview of our latest episode.
This week: Chris “Bucko” Binkowski on what inspires his visual art vs. what inspires his music. Catch the clip & listen to the full episode for more insights.
#MondayMinute #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters #DisabledArtist

Hey Hollis! Where is my Thursday trivia question? Awesome question! Because of all our posts yesterday I forgot to post one! So no trivia question this week! We will resume again next week!

Black and white photo of Chris "Bucko" Binkowski sitting, with a closed mouth smile, in his electric wheelchair with a long sleeve shirt and baseball hat.

One week since our episode with visual + musical artist Chris “Bucko” Binkowski went live on the 21st Century Disability Podcast.

If you haven’t tuned in yet, now’s a great time to catch up!

#21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #Podcast #Artists #Accessibility #MuscularDystrophyAwareness

YouTube video by 21st Century Disability Beyond the Brain: Zylo's Real Estate Playbook

Season 5 premiere from 3 weeks ago is now live on YouTube —and we’re posting full interviews on YouTube now.

Watch our conversation with Zylo Marshall:

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#21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #Resilience #BrainDamage #Advocacy #Podcast

Monday Minute: a clip from our latest episode with Chris “Bucko” Binkowski on Mountain I + Mountain II—and how they reflect the truth behind the journey of life. #21stCenturyDisability #MondayMinute #DisabilityAwareness #TheJourney #ContemporaryArt

Screenshot of a Chrome browser window on the website of Canadian Paralympic Committee. In the image it has virtual seats, one of them has the name Hollis on it and at the bottom of the page it says #FILLTHESTANDS and I JUST PURCHASED MY VIRTUAL SEAT underneath.

Counting down to #MilanoCortina & cheering on para-athletes who keep raising the bar for what’s possible.
Their performance, discipline, & grit deserve full stands—on site & online! I’m showing up virtually. Who’s watching with me?!?
#21stCenturyDisabililty #FillTheStands #ParaSport #Paralympics

Trivia Thursday🧠 Can you name the different models/perspectives of disability?
(How disability is explained—and where the “problem” is located) Reply with your answers!
Full breakdown will in the newsletter next week! Subsribe: www.21stcenturydisability.com
#21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAware

🎉 New episode! Artist Chris “Bucko” Binkowski on where his calling began, the story behind “Bucko,” living with Muscular Dystrophy, captivating stories like the making of his paintings Mountain I & II. Listen via link in bio or wherever you get podcasts. 🎙️ #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness

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In our latest #MondayMinute Zylo Marshall tells us about what a strong federal disability support program should look like—and what must change to better support people day to day. Full episode available ANYWHERE you listen 2 your podcasts! #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness #Accessibility

Absolutely! I live in a long-term care unit of a hospital, and we sometimes have to wear masks in the hall due to outbreak conditions in other units, although most wear them regardless. I would love to have you on my podcast if you're willing. #21stCenturyDisability

It’s hard to believe in 2026 people are still asking “did you mask before covid?” As some kind of gotcha.

When things change, you adapt.

When you learn, you change your behaviour.

If I had known an N95 could prevent illness this effectively, I would have worn one sooner!

For many autistic people, being “easy” meant being quiet about discomfort. That silence had a cost.
👉 What did you stop minimizing over time?
A quiet repost can help this reach someone who needs it.

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Exciting news! Season 5 of our podcast is here & we’re introducing Trivia Thursday! Join us each week 4 fun trivia on social media. Answers will be shared in our newsletter, so make sure you’re subscribed! Question: What landmark disability rights legislation passed in 1990?
#21stCenturyDisability

Fascinating episode! As a person with an MA in History, I love looking back to look forward. Would love to have a chat with you on my podcast about this if you are interested.

Where can I access this podcast? I do not see it on Spotify...

Monday Minute!
This week on our podcast, we’re featuring "Beyond the Brain: Zylo's Real Estate Playbook." 🎙️ Zylo shares his powerful journey of overcoming childhood bullying & the insights he's gained along the way. It’s a great reminder of resilience & empathy in our lives. #21stCenturyDisability

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🚨 Breaking NEWS! A BRAND NEW season of 21st Century Disability has dropped! 🎉 In our latest episode, Zylo Marshall shares his journey living w/brain damage, from overcoming bullying 2 thriving in real estate. Tune in 4 insights on disability & future advocacy! 🎧 Listen now! #21stCenturyDisability

#MondayMinute! As we gear up for our 5th season we reflect on our early episodes. Our 1st tackled ableism & I've realized my own biases: once viewing those with cognitive disabilities as "below" me due 2 prior experiences. It's vital we recognize & challenge these thoughts! #21stCenturyDisability

@andrewgurza.ca is one of the strongest disabled advocates out there because of his ability to speak out or comment on subjects because they are sensitive subjects. If you are not following him and his work, you need to change that. #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness

21st Century Disability Disability podcast about how the modern world is changing the way society sees disability. Remember if you are alive, you can THRIVE. ♿️ 🎙️

Catch up on all things 21st Century Disability before our Season 5 premiere NEXT WEEK! 🎉 Check out our YouTube channel for videos & listen to all episodes wherever you find your podcasts. Don’t forget to like & subscribe! 👉 #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness www.youtube.com/@21CenturyDi...

Monday Minute! 2 start our new season of 21st Century Disability we take a look back 2 our season 4 finale featuring Michael Leung. He discussed how tech like The FLO True Balance is breaking barriers 4 the disabled community. As Michael says, “It helps them feel included!” #21stCenturyDisability

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📣Exciting news! We’ve made great strides this season, including exploring visual podcasting! 🎥 2 keep breaking barriers for the disability community, we need your support. We're running a fundraiser—donate or share 2 help us reach more! gofund.me/f1cd86e83 #21stCenturyDisability #DisabilityAwareness